. @HabitatHamilton does amazing work to help create safe and #affordablehousing This year, they’re building 12 new homes, in addition to the partnership with CityHousing Hamilton to repair rental units. And they need volunteers to help them accomplish it! #HamOnt twitter.com/filomenatassi/…

Congratulations to @Glendale_HWDSB on your achievement as the first Language Friendly Secondary School in North America. The LFS designation is given to schools where all languages spoken by students, parents and staff are welcomed & valued. Go Bears! 🐻 #hamont

Thank you Mental Health Advocate @joshuamjbell for speaking to the HESC Constituency Youth Council about resources available for mental health support. This week, our Govt announced $5M for 25 research projects to develop #youthmentalhealth delivery standards.

I had a great time today at #soupfest2023 in support of @LivingRockHamON. @LarryDiIanni and I both enjoyed the Croatian traditional soup by @HCCbyCarmens . Great soups for a great cause. #hamont

#Soupfest2023 this Tuesday February 28th at the @HCCbyCarmens from 11:30am-7pm. Check out our music playlist on @Spotify #Soupfest2023 playlist and let us know what you would like to hear! Tickets @ livingrock.ca #hamont #hamonteats #burlon #stoneycreek #dundas

People all around the world are gathering in solidarity with Ukraine as the country continues to fight for freedom & democracy. The Ukrainian Canadian Congress #HamOnt Branch organized a beautiful and solemn candle-lit vigil tonight to show support for the people of Ukraine.

It was great to connect with local trade unions at the Hamilton-Brantford Building & Construction Trades AGM today. This industry is crucial to building a better Canada by increasing our housing supply and adding green infrastructure. #hamont

Hamilton’s Citizen of the Year Carole MacVicar ‘gives gift of hope’ to those she meets 👉 torstar.co/5qAK50MZapU | Hamilton #HamOnt | Jon Wells, Spectator Reporter @jonjwells

With Min. @FilomenaTassi, @lisahepfner, & @ChadCollinsMP we sat down with business & community leaders from #Hamilton to talk about their challenges and how #budget2023 can build a stronger, more inclusive, and more competitive economy. Thank you everyone who participated!

#BHM2023 is an opportunity to learn more about Black Canadian’s stories. The Hamilton Black History Database is an excellent resource dedicated to making local Black history more accessible. You can access the database on the @hbhchamilton website.

Today, as we solemnly observe International Holocaust Remembrance Day, #WeRemember, and we honour, the memory of the 6 million Jews brutally murdered in the Holocaust and the many others who were victims of the Nazi regime. We reaffirm our hallowed pledge of Never Again. #IHRD

Today our government announced a $23.4M investment in the local #HamOnt economy. The John C Munro Hamilton International Airport is one of Canada’s largest for moving cargo & these funds will help expand airfield capacity and build new independent roads to reduce congestion. twitter.com/OmarAlghabra/s…

Today we pay special tribute to Lincoln Alexander, an inspirational and trailblazing figure in the struggle for racial equality and equity in Canada. We remember his long service & unwavering commitment to community, Parliament & especially his home, #HamOnt. #LincolnAlexander

#OTD in 1922, the Honourable Lincoln MacCauley Alexander was born. The first Black Canadian elected to the #HoC, he was prominent in the fight for racial equality in Canada. Learn more about his parliamentary roles on #Parlinfo: ow.ly/Lyuf50MrWou #LincolnAlexanderDay

Thank you @ChadCollinsMP for meeting with the CFIB today. Merci au député Chad Collins pour la rencontre d’aujourd’hui en compagnie de @JasminGuenette, Christina Santini et Corinne Pohlmann

📢 EXTENSION: the deadline to apply to be a Parliamentary Guide is now January 22, 2023. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work in the heart of Canada’s Parliament – apply today! ow.ly/l42y50Mjj4H

Merry Christmas - mailchi.mp/parl.gc.ca/mer… Check out my December newsletter to find out how you can have your say in the government's 2023 federal budget, how to apply for #CanadaSummerJobs funding and details on a free activity for the kids over the holidays. #hamont #stoneycreek

Beginning today, EI sickness benefits are permanently extended from 15 to 26 weeks to give workers the time and flexibility they need to look after themselves and their families while recovering from an illness or injury. We'll always be there to support workers across Canada.

@HamiltonPolice Very sorry to hear this news. My deepest condolences to her family. Thank you Hamilton Police and all the community residents who took part in the search.

🏡CANADA HOUSING BENEFIT Starting today, eligible renters can apply for a one-time supplement of up to $500, if the rent you paid was at least 30% of your adjusted family net income. For more details and to apply⬇️ bit.ly/3iXhnn8

It was great to be part of today’s #StoneyCreek Santa Claus parade, back for the first time in three years. It was a fantastic event. Thanks to the HESC Youth Council members who walked the route handing out candy canes.

With the unanimous consent of the House of Commons, workers in federally-regulated industries now get ten paid sick days a year.

Honoured to have been part of the committee that studied and voted to mandate 10 days of paid sick leave to all federally regulated employers. This policy is now in force! twitter.com/TerrySheehanMP…

It’s #GivingTuesday Earlier this month, my Youth Council & I collected food donations for Mission Services’ East Hamilton Food Centre through the #HamOnt Beach Rescue Sink-a-Ship food drive. Consider supporting them today to help our neighbours in need.

The #StoneyCreek Legion Battlefield Branch 622 organized a moving ceremony to honour our veterans on this #RemembranceDay. We are forever in the debt of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. I was honoured to lay a wreath on behalf of the Govt of Canada. #CanadaRemembers

This Veterans’ Week is a time to remember those who sacrificed and served our country. You can purchase a poppy to support veterans at tables the #StoneyCreek Legion has set up at Eastgate Square, Walmart on Centennial & Costco in Winona. #CanadaRemembers #hamont

The new Hamilton East - #StoneyCreek Constituency Youth Council features a fantastic group of young adults. I’m looking forward to listening to their perspectives on matters that are important to them and seeing how they will make a difference in the community. #Hamont

The #StoneyCreek Community Food Bank’s Food Drive is this Sat., Nov. 5 from 10 am - 3 pm. Drop off donations of non-perishable food & toiletries at 605 Hwy 8 (Saltfleet Community Ctr). Thank you manager Liliana Arce for all the work you & the volunteers do for our community.

The #StoneyCreek Legion - Battlefield Branch poppy campaign has begun. Look for boxes at local retailers & get your #poppy to #supportveterans . Poppy chair Mike Skakich, with assistance from co-chair Ron Pardy (pictured) is organizing this year’s campaign. #LestWeForget

The @HamiltonPolice Social Navigator Program is collecting donations of winter coats. You can drop off donations at 3 #HamOnt Police Stations, including 2825 King St. E. The coat drive is in its 10th year. Help our community’s most vulnerable with your donation of winter gear.